St Anne's CofE Primary School

About St Anne's CofE Primary School

St Anne's CofE Primary School in Trafford is a state primary for mixed pupils aged 3 to 11, with a Church of England character. It currently has 220 pupils against a capacity of 256, so there is some room to grow. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 23.4%, which is notably higher than the national average of around 23.8% and suggests the school serves a relatively diverse socioeconomic intake. Demand is strong: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 73 applications for just 16 places, an oversubscription ratio of 4.56. All 16 first-preference applicants were offered a place, but the sheer volume of total applications means many families will be disappointed. This level of interest signals a school that is well-regarded locally, even if it isn't the highest-ranked in the borough.

Academically, St Anne's produces mixed results at Key Stage 2. In the 2023/24 assessments, 63% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, which is below the Trafford local authority average of 71%. The school ranks 47th out of 55 primary schools in Trafford on this measure, placing it in the bottom half of the borough. However, individual subject scores are more encouraging: 83% met the expected standard in reading, 77% in writing, and 73% in maths. Higher-attaining pupils are less common, with 27% reaching the higher standard in reading and maths, and just 13% in writing and the combined measure. The school's most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2024 was ungraded, confirming it remains Good overall, with Good ratings for early years provision, leadership and management, and overall effectiveness.

The school offers a solid range of facilities including a gymnasium, ICT suite, library, art studios, chapel, playing fields, and a Forest School. Sports provision covers cricket, athletics, netball, tennis, football, swimming and gymnastics, while clubs include drama, coding, science club and choir. SEND support is available for pupils with specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, speech and language needs, social and emotional challenges, and autistic spectrum disorder. With nursery provision on site, it suits families looking for a full primary journey from age 3. The oversubscription means it's a realistic choice only for those living close enough to meet the admission criteria, and parents should note that while the school is Good, its academic outcomes sit below the Trafford average. It will appeal most to families who value its inclusive intake, strong facilities, and church school ethos over raw league table performance.

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